What's your Monster number?

[BlueSky]

Added 11 more .... Now at 427 ... Hope to make some great strides in the new year.

[Eric72]

Up to 60...not bad, considering that I started the year at 10.

[Bpm0014]

This thread is exactly 2 years old. It would be fun to go back and see exactly where everybody was at this time 2 years ago...

[Eric72]

Originally Posted by Bpm0014

This thread is exactly 2 years old. It would be fun to go back and see exactly where everybody was at this time 2 years ago...

Well, I was at zero...and not even a member of Net54 yet.

To echo Dr. Frank...Happy Birthday, Monster number.

[frankbmd]

Originally Posted by Bpm0014

This thread is exactly 2 years old. It would be fun to go back and see exactly where everybody was at this time 2 years ago...

Everyone did not post on day 1 of course. The Monster number archives are as ragged as an A & G advertising poster before restoration.

Initially there were some lists from the early months that were posted. I would suggest Post #79 for the first list of the Top 40, posted on Feb 20, 2012. You needed 46 cards to be in the Top 40 then. Now you need 508 to be in the Top 40. Somebody must still be printing these puppies.

I currently update a master list on my laptop, and then copy & paste to post #1 as an edit. I'm really glad we switched over to posting the whole list in Post #1. It's easier for me and more accessible for you, plus I don't have to add a post for the purpose of updating the list.

[drmondobueno]

Originally Posted by Bpm0014

This thread is exactly 2 years old. It would be fun to go back and see exactly where everybody was at this time 2 years ago...

Two years ago I held three T206 a Bastian, Crandall and Rhoads ( or was it Rhodes or Rhoades) and still have them. Hit 518 with numerous dupes, some of dubious heritage, this fall. Have not decided to expand to 520 but have not ruled it out. Upgrade is the word, it never stops!

MERRY XMAS, HAPPY HOLIDAYS From the (semi) high Sierras

[frankbmd]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VvPhjzcHypg

Yes, two years old today with over 8000 new cards added in the second year.

Almost 34000 views in the second year up nearly 7000 from year one.

43 new sets have been added.

[bcbgcbrcb]

Guess it's time to throw in the towel. I don't think my BB HOR RC thread is going to match the 61,000÷ views or 850÷ posts for this one. Kudos to you, Frank!

[tedzan]

Hey Frank

I recently acquired 51 more T206's for my 3rd set on your list.


TED Z

[Wildfireschulte]

Frank - I just scored my 400th T206. Thanks Jason. I'll check back in another 20 cards.

K

[edjs]

2, and I've only been at it for a week!

[Bocabirdman]

Another 4 closer........New MN 457.9

Here's the four:

109. Sam Crawford (Throwing) SC150
218. Miller Huggins (Hand At Mouth) P350
481. Juan Violat (Viola) P350
32. Chief Bender (Pitching No Trees In Background) P350

[JohnBrownsElbow]

Added one more this week to put me at 11 total, but it's the biggest addition yet to my set:

Christy Mathewson (White cap) Sweet Caporal 150 Factory 649

[wolf441]

Hi Frank,

Can you please bump me up to 371 when you have a chance, my friend? Thanks,

Steve

[sreader3]

Hi Frank,

I'm at 350 now. Thanks for tracking this.

Scot

[RTK]

1

Bought it a number of years ago on impulse, $10 or $15. I doubt I'd buy too many more but they are great cards, I see the appeal. You guys have some impressive collections.

[I Only Smoke 4 the Cards]

95


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[Bocabirdman]

Another four knocked off the list. My new MN is 465.9

The newest additions:

148. Hugh Duffy P460
76. Frank Chance (Batting) SC 460
312. John McGraw (Glove At Hip) P460
227. Hughie Jennings (Both Hands Showing) SC350

[I Only Smoke 4 the Cards]

Originally Posted by Bocabirdman

Another four knocked off the list. My new MN is 465.9



The newest additions:



148. Hugh Duffy P460

76. Frank Chance (Batting) SC 460

312. John McGraw (Glove At Hip) P460

227. Hughie Jennings (Both Hands Showing) SC350

You are getting in the home stretch.



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[steve_a]

80, solely attributable to my avatar.

Hi, this seemed like a great spot for the first post. I am new again to the hobby after a (typical?) ~20 year post-teen layoff. Looking forward to working on some subset of the monster, though haven't decided which. I definitely prefer chasing the errors & short prints. First, I need to catch up on some other sets and the icons I couldn't afford on my allowance way back when...

[Vintageloz]

After. Trade with a fellow net54 member and a single ebay pickup, I'm up to 24!

[I Only Smoke 4 the Cards]

Up to 99


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[VoodooChild]

Hey Frank, can you please bump me to 93.

I only picked up 5 in the past two months, but one of them was a big one for me:

[bigtrain]

Slowing down but moved to 436.

[chris6net]

I am in the home stretch. I only need 23 more counting the big 3.
Thanks to Rob and Bill on this board I was able to knock 4 off in the past couple of weeks
CN

[SushiX37]

Up to 83. My goal is to be over 100 by the summer.

Rich

[I Only Smoke 4 the Cards]

Originally Posted by chris6net

I am in the home stretch. I only need 23 more counting the big 3.

Thanks to Rob and Bill on this board I was able to knock 4 off in the past couple of weeks

CN

That is awesome. Good luck.


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[MVSNYC]

Jason- that Matty Tolstoi is beautiful.

[Bocabirdman]

And it continues...3 more of the tougher remaining bunch.....I grabbed:

436. Carlos Smith (Shreveport) P350
287b. Sherry Magee (portrait) P350
15. Home Run Baker SC460

That gives me a new Monster Number of 468.9....Hot Diggity

[Vintageismygame]

I guess throw my name on the list for 43 (All HOFs).

Matt

[GoCubsGo32]

0 hoping to start very soon!

[edjs]

19 (1)(1)(1)! Growing bigger every paycheck!


update: Make that 20!!!!! Woohoo.

[I Only Smoke 4 the Cards]

115

[edjs]

Hey Frank,

Thanks for doing this every month. I am now at 28!

[Bocabirdman]

Another five tougher additions makes a Monster Number of 473.9. The altitude is beginning to be come a factor for sure.

The latest five:

438bv. Frank Smith (Chicago & Boston) P460
219. Miller Huggins (Portrait)P350
71. Scoops Carey P350
239. Addie Joss (Portrait) P350
295. Rube Marquard (Pitching Follow Through) SC460

[frankbmd]

Originally Posted by edjs

Hey Frank,

Thanks for doing this every month. I am now at 28!

Every month??? PRN & ASAP is the only way to satisfy this crowd.

On a related note, obviously this thread is going to outlive all of us.

Folks climbing the ladder have requested that those near the top remember to downgrade their MN should they sell before their demise. It should also be remembered that a Monster Number is something that you cannot take with you, therefore a codicil to your will is strictly required to transfer custody of your MN to the heir of your choosing. Such heirs should be instructed to apply for Board member status upon your passing and formally request a name change via PM. Your understanding of this request is greatly appreciated.

[I Only Smoke 4 the Cards]

Great use of the word codicil!

[Bocabirdman]

Originally Posted by I Only Smoke 4 the Cards

Great use of the word codicil!

I would expect no less from the 'marm.

[Wildfireschulte]

I lost my MoJo for while, but I'm up to 426 thanks to t206hof.

[cincyredlegs]

I am up to 54.

Mark

[Seattle799]

185!

[Fetamore]

It's about time I participated in this thread. My number is 516.

[frankbmd]

It's about time I participated in this thread. My number is 516.

I've been holding my breath.

There are now over 40,000 cards on the list, hopefully no duplicate entries.

[bigtrain]

now at 439.

[AMBST95]

Moving up to 141

[Bocabirdman]

I am getting down to the point of "Holy Sh*t, this is getting tough.". Every card that I need from here on out is a HOF, save for Foster and Helm being the last two SL to go. To be quite honest, as I look at the remaining Big Dawgs, I have to wonder if it is do-able without a divorce lawyer There MAY be a couple that can be had for a single Ben but most of what is left will require twin Bens or better. I will keep on slogging.

Here are the latest three pick-ups for a MN of 476.9

50. Ted Breitenstein OM
228. Hughie Jennings (Portrait) SC350
311. John McGraw (Finger In Air) SC150

[wolf441]

Nice work Mike!!

Hey Frank,

Can you please bump me up to 431 when you have a chance?

Best,

Steve

[I Only Smoke 4 the Cards]

Good luck, Mike.

[VoodooChild]

I've been at "The Monster" for a little over a year now and finally reached my first milestone. These latest three pick-ups bring my total to 100:

[the 'stache]

Frank, I added Josh Devore and a Harry Howell portrait. It's been quite a while since I've been able to buy any T206, and my number is still small. But it feels good just to add something to my collection.



So, please up my monster number to 23. Thanks!